Andrew Frolish

Video Premiere: Jerome Forde “Marigold”

April 17, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

Here’s the gorgeous new single from Jerome Forde. Beginning with just warm finger-picked notes and Forde’s echoing, ethereal voice, ‘Marigold’ feels like a melodic journey into memory. A minute into the ‘Marigold’, additional instrumentation and a […]

Video Premiere: Craig Gould “The Campfire Song”

April 14, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

The new single from Craig Gould is a striking and memorable song that you can imagine being sung into the night as sparks fly above the embers of a glowing campfire. Performed with The Noble Thieves, this […]

Video Premiere: James Howard “County Line”

April 13, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

James Howard’s latest single is the melodious melancholy of ‘County Line’, a musically captivating and lyrical journey through the subject of drugs. There’s a real richness in the carefully-crafted sonic layers, soaring backing vocals and instrumentation. Meanwhile, […]

Video Premiere: Jay Gavin “Rhythms and Rhymes”

April 12, 2023 Andrew Frolish 4

Jay Gavin’s new single ‘Rhythms and Rhymes’ delivers exactly that: a strong foot-tapping beat and an uptempo feel. Buoyant and stirring, the rhythm is a great foundation for Gavin’s characterful voice, catchy melody and engaging lyrics. […]

Live Review: Jarrod Dickenson + JP Ruggieri + David Ford, Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich – 24th March 2023

April 11, 2023 Andrew Frolish 0

The Norwich Arts Centre was packed out for a Friday night in the company of Jarrod Dickenson and friends. Dickenson has performed at this converted church a number of times over the years and commented on […]

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

June 29, 2026 0

Jeffrey Silverstein has announced Doggone, his new album, is set for release on 23rd October via UK label Full Time Hobby. Meeting at the intersection of the loner-folk, cosmic country, and kraut-laden choogle, Silverstein is a […]

Cover art for Jolene Marie album "Sun Creek"

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

June 29, 2026 0

Calgary singer-songwriter delivers ten vignettes that explore the intertwining of desire and despair on this excellent debut album. Jolene Marie is not an artist comfortable in the spotlight. With a generally private and reserved persona, she […]

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

June 29, 2026 0

Shooter Jennings has announced the release of Diamonds, a new album of previously unheard songs by his father, Waylon Jennings. Physical copies (CDs, LPs, Cassettes) and downloads of Diamonds will be in stores on 13th November […]

Interviews

Interview: Matt Patershuk writes songs for the small moments we all share

June 24, 2026 1

As an animal lover and caretaker of horses, dogs and cats, the latest album from Canadian singer-songwriter Matt Patershuk certainly caught my attention. Dog Tiger Horses on Red Hen Records (2025) is green as grass, country-folk […]

Interviews

Video Interview: Susto’s Justin Osbourne on Susto Stringband

June 18, 2026 0

Susto are an American indie band who have managed to build their own following with their individual take on alt-country and americana that reflects the fact that they were formed in Charleston, South Carolina. Justin Osbourne […]

Interviews

Interview: Tinsley Ellis brings the good word acoustically nowadays

June 17, 2026 0

In 2025, Tinsley Ellis returned to the deep roots of the blues after the success of his previous album, Naked Truth (Alligator Records, 2024). There are many different styles of playing wrapped up in his music, […]

Album Reviews

Matthew Check “The November Album”

November 16, 2021 0

Personal songs from the archive of folk/Americana artist. Matthew Check is a singer-songwriter based out of Brooklyn, New York. ‘The November Album’ originally dates from recordings made in 2013, but which are finally seeing the light […]

Album Reviews

The Good Intentions “The Long Unbroken Line” (Drumfire, 2016)

November 29, 2016 0

Lovers of old-time country/folksy ballads probably know about Liverpool’s ‘The Good Intentions’ by now. This latest record, as with 2013’s ‘Travelling Companion’, sits outside of the constraints of time and trends. The knowing, wistful tones of […]

AmericanA to Z

AmericanA to Z: Paul Robeson

August 25, 2020 0

In any pantheon of American music there should be a space for the monumental figure of Paul Robeson. Whole biographies have deservedly been dedicated to describing his kaleidoscopic talents and a life of commitment and spirit. […]

Articles by Andrew Frolish

Video Premiere: Jerome Forde “Marigold”

Video Premiere: Craig Gould “The Campfire Song”

Video Premiere: James Howard “County Line”

Video Premiere: Jay Gavin “Rhythms and Rhymes”

Live Review: Jarrod Dickenson + JP Ruggieri + David Ford, Norwich Arts Centre, Norwich – 24th March 2023

“Doggone” it … Jeffrey Silverstein announces a new album

Jolene Marie “Sun Creek”

Shooter Jennings to put out second album of father Waylon’s legacy

For the Sake of the Song: Elles Bailey “Starling”

Tramp for the Lord “Seven Clouds of Joy”